The Cover Feature shows that pre‐activation‐based glycosylation separates donor
activation and acceptor glycosylation into two distinct steps. As a result, unique
stereochemical control can be achieved by judicious choices of protective groups, anomeric
groups, additives, and solvents. Some highly challenging glycosyl linkages including β‐
mannosides and deoxy glycosides can now be prepared with high stereoselectivities. More
information can be found in the Microreview by X. Huang et al